Top 5 Things That DESTROY Testosterone (And 5 Things That Boost It)

Testosterone levels in men have dropped by a staggering 33% over the past 50 years in the US! This "Spermageddon" crisis is leading to low sperm count, fertility issues, lack of motivation, depression, and a higher risk of heart disease, cancer, and diabetes.
In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Josh Axe delves into the alarming research on plummeting testosterone levels and reveals surprising activities that can help boost T-levels.
You’ll learn:
* Surprising research behind the testosterone decline in recent years
* The dangers of decreased testosterone in men and women
* Common everyday items like plastics, receipts, and even soy that are sabotaging our hormone levels
* 5 practical action steps to support testosterone naturally
Don't miss this essential episode if you want to reclaim your vitality, boost your confidence, and optimize your health. Dr. Josh Axe will equip you with the knowledge and strategies to reverse the testosterone decline and thrive in all aspects of your life.
Tune in now and take control of your masculinity!
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ABOUT DR. JOSH AXE
Dr. Josh Axe is a leadership expert, entrepreneur, and physician. He earned his doctorate from Palmer College and his Master of Science in Organizational Leadership from Johns Hopkins University. Josh is the cofounder and CVO of Ancient Nutrition and founder of DrAxe.com. His company ranked on the Inc. 500 fastest growing companies two years in a row. He is the bestselling author of Eat Dirt, Keto Diet, and Ancient Remedies. Josh is the founder of Leaders.com, an online platform that provides the latest on breaking news, leadership, business, and wealth. He regularly teaches lectures and trains entrepreneurs on leadership, mindset, and self- development. Josh is married to his wife, Chelsea, and they have two daughters. They live between Nashville, TN and Dorado, PR and enjoy cooking, staying active swimming and cycling, and prioritize time for their faith and family. His latest book, Think This Not That, is now available nationwide.
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DISCLAIMER
This content is strictly the opinion of Dr. Josh Axe and is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician. All viewers of this content are advised to consult their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions. Neither Dr. Axe nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this educational content. All viewers of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement or lifestyle program.

[@digitalliquid5159]

Boost #1 quality sleep 2 Exercise with stress or resistance 3 diet, low fat/ high protein 4 supplements, peptides, 5 Faith n beliefs /self esteem Heavy metals,Low zinc n Vit D bpa, soy, poor diet, dairy decrease testosterone

[@mballer]

25:29 moderate fat.

[@PardieDiem]

@@mballer These terms are so vague. How much is moderate? We need to hold these content creators feet to the fire. They should tell us in terms of numbers what they mean by high, moderate, low, etc.

[@mballer]

@@PardieDiem Just above low and right below high. 👍 I got worn out listening to all the talk.

[@PardieDiem]

@@mballer 😆

[@MochaZilla]

Low fat is a guaranteed way to have low testosterone

[@raewise6345]

I'm very thankful my husband works outside all year, doing construction. His testosterone level seems more than adequate 😍

[@fugetabouit663]

Ooh Macho Man! Congrats 😂

[@andrewrodriguez7727]

I bet he's d*cking you down every chance he gets! 💪🏽👑

[@Jdjfbficjenenwk3736]

One thing to note regarding the non organic meat as an exception is Bison in the US; In the United States, the use of synthetic hormones, including those you mentioned such as zeranol, trenbolone acetate, and melengestrol acetate, is prohibited in bison production. Bison raised for meat in the U.S. are not administered these hormones, as federal regulations prohibit their use in bison farming. As a result, consumers can typically find hormone-free bison meat in the market.

[@jackychandler8594]

Thanks for that information. I live in rural Iowa, and I have access to reasonably priced beef. I was aware of all the hormones and other crap the feedlot cattle here are given, along with the high cortisol content from the stress causes from being raised that way. Some beef in stores here have so much cortisol in it that it has a strong unappealing taste. I can get bison, so thanks again.

[@Jdjfbficjenenwk3736]

@@jackychandler8594 Bison is also mainly allowed to graze on the wild grass and is fed very little corn. More selenium and other beneficial things than beef as well. Better for the environment too because they are native to the plains and buying the bison meat also helps the privately owned conservation efforts of ranchers to repopulate the diminished Bison populations.

[@user-jn7rf9vt6l]

PROCESSED FOODS& ULTRA- PROCESSED FOODS= U.S.A.

[@larrycox6614]

WOW! Did not know that...going Bison hunting tomorrow!

[@jonathankim9502]

1 Corinthians 16:13 - "Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong."

[@jlondon158]

Hard work makes hard men. " Exercise " is not the same as hard labor.

[@justintothetruth]

Ironically women also make men hard

[@TheFracturedfuture]

Too much hard labor will do the opposite.

[@jlondon158]

@@TheFracturedfuture Guess you better keep your Lululemons ....

[@TheFracturedfuture]

@@jlondon158 The fk is that.

[@Mark4Jesus]

Yeah what's this Lulurmons thing all about?

[@apricotreewellness]

I really appreciate that you're still posting about natural health and not just leadership. Your inspiration goes a long way. I know that these two subjects walk hand in hand but it's very important to many of us to continue to hear natural health from you. You are after all our hero. ❤

[@drjoshaxe]

Thanks so much for sharing this! It all coincides!

[@tonytunnell9873]

I think this is being done on purpose .

[@joshuadc82]

I agree

[@davemaurmann123]

Don't support public schools the whole system is against boys and favors girls and his administered by overpaid marxist women

[@M0SSADDID911]

It is

[@tubamirum007]

Who would do that to us? Learn who you’re not allowed to criticize, there is your enemy, and Cicero’s warning of the Enemy Within is more relevant today!

[@CryptoNewsNetworx]

demasculinization is just another dimension of population control.

[@italozavarella5460]

Hey 👋 Dr Axe I remember watching you years ago giving us advice but now you have grown and improved 100 per cent so anybody following your advice will get to live to 100 , thank you for support 😃😃😃

[@lisavolpe3772]

Dr. Axe this was extraordinary, so comprehensive and such great advice.

[@jenniferrobinson8769]

Wow excellent in every way Dr. Axe, thank you- this was so full of excellent information.

[@dylanmiah287]

Josh content like this is brilliant to hear from you.

[@drjoshaxe]

Thank you!!

[@paulcohen6727]

Testosterone started dropping in the 1960's according to this video. Guess what else started happing at that time. That's right, the rise of feminism; where women started becoming more like men and men were influenced to become less like men and respect and honor for them when out the window.

[@kathleenking47]

More like 1969, actually

[@JasonActualization]

An unfortunate reality, yes.

[@paul66990]

Also the contraceptive pill; higher levels of estrogen in the water supply.

[@dangersmymiddlename6341]

Gloria Steinem was injected into the culture to pussify men through feminism and destroy traditional family life. Why? Communist subversion from within to capture the culture and wield power.

[@Pumpychan]

The pussifucation of young men continues on apparently. They either feminize to get social approval or buy an assault rifle and go commando in rebellion for being alienated… it’s all out of balance now. How tragic. I’m so lucky to have had the 70’s and 80’s to be young, without the pernicious social media monster dictating my every move.

[@matthewmushlin13]

Thank you Dr. Axe! This was a phenomenal video and I really appreciate it.

[@drjoshaxe]

Thanks so much for tuning in! I'm glad you found it valuable!

[@askyourselfwhatdoyoureally3542]

Yes Purpose is important. The power of believing in something...

[@julijakeit]

This video needs more views. Sharing with my friends and family.

[@drjoshaxe]

Yes!!! I love to hear it!

[@kenjibartandgaming8220]

I used to see his vids all the time but you know how the algorithm works.

[@justintothetruth]

@@kenjibartandgaming8220that literally make no sense. I think

[@C.N.1]

I remember several years ago, when Pastor Jack Graham said, "To do the right thing takes BOLDNESS!" 💪 Thank you for your delivery of this truth, Dr. Josh Axe!

[@JohanDanielSvenLundh]

or is it baldness?

[@admiralbird1]

Low Fat ?? Please. Research please

[@Idrinklight44]

Pastors sure have dropped the ball, christianity has had 2000 yrs , evil is winning on this planet....... devils in the house of the rising sun

[@alboggs8239]

@@Idrinklight44 exactly as the Bible prophesies.

[@lizardfirefighter110]

Very powerful information and advise 👍Thanks Dr Axe

[@drjoshaxe]

Thank you!

[@yasminm.9112]

Dr. Axe, your inspiration doesindeed go a long way- your spirit of leadership touches your heart and moves you to share natural health knowledge and information with us! I do also believe that these two subjects (natural health and leadership) can walk hand in hand, and we all are the beneficiaries! Thank you!🙂❤️

[@joeyiscool8]

thank you very much for all the work you do

[@robertkuiper1423]

Thanks Josh, appreciate your enthusiasm and clarify.

[@MichaelBennett-in6ti]

I appreciate the advice,and knowledge

[@lizardfirefighter110]

Could it be the nano- Aluminum that is sprayed into the atmosphere under the guise of controlling the affects of global warming ( Geo-engineering)?

[@ethereumrise7860]

Absolutely 👍🏻

[@geo_neo9]

Global warming by man is a big psy op to depopulate us so those with money can have the world to themselves.

[@muddthekingofnothing6249]

I think you are right

[@dick_richards]

YESSSSSSSS

[@dick_richards]

Yes, exactly 💯

[@rmatipico]

Wonderful explanation, thank you.

[@frankbierschneider8785]

This sounds so great!! Thanks a lot! I'll go chopping wood!

[@BeeHealthy237]

Thank you Dr. J. Everything you said was spot on! ❤️

[@drjoshaxe]

Thanks so much for listening!

[@junesharp9649]

Or it’s a bigger plan

[@frankreichert1272]

yeah. make them low in testosterone, make them weak, reign them.

[@paul66990]

The detrimental effects of a western diet (refined carbs, sugar, processed meats) has been documented since the 1930s.

[@BaileyCurtis]

You’re a legend mate

[@ChrisCoul]

Everything living has a 100% chance of dying.

[@meisdetermined]

Wow, what a fantastic episode!

[@jasonnelson316]

Amazing and thoroughly balanced video. I'm sharing.

[@FarmerPheonix1]

Love your info Doc 😎💪🏽

[@jamesrussell1979]

Extremely interesting and very informative 👍 👌 👏

[@Scaredycat55]

Thanks for the great program

[@hortenIX]

great overall overview.. thx.

[@TheAzachiel]

Over the top! Did helped me not only really discover what my ex did and didn't when we were together, also opened my eyes to what I did wrong. Thanks!

[@frizbeeliz]

Awesome video - thank you!

[@walterhinojosa7390]

I like your psychological point of view!! It does matter!! Nice talk Dr.

[@richardontube]

Comprehensive and excellent advice.

[@RocknRollkat]

Excellent presentation, thank you ! Bill P.

[@woubishetbezuayehu4644]

It is very helpful!!! Dr.Josh, Giant thanks,

[@macavelli8905]

Very insightful presentation

[@Hibrnaldo]

Stay strong guys 💪

[@mikethomas6715]

Thank you. You actually give the names of things that I actually know. I can follow. A lot of ppl tells you everything that you shouldn't eat but never or hardly tells you what you should. Thank you.

[@1sense21]

Excellent!!

[@stevensumner3146]

Great information thanks for sharing 🙏

[@rk5782]

Your intro was AWESOME!!

[@anthonylash6122]

This man is out here doing God's work! Subscribed!!!

[@johanduplessis5531]

This video is spot on change your mind and get active !!!

[@bobdec6665]

High Cholesterol helps raise testosterone. Low cholesterol means low testosterone

[@michaelnorling5062]

Eat more eggs!

[@helenalovendal37]

Any information available for men who has had their prostate removed due to prostate cancer? I know several men in this condition due to my work. How can they safely improve their testosterone levels - something they all need desperately. Thanks gor for this vital work.

[@valerieescabi6104]

Thank you❤❤❤

[@KamrulIslam-dc1zn]

Knowledge, knowledgeable what matters , it matters.

[@NoiserToo]

Well, done Dr Josh

[@donaldcarter4324]

Great spiritual and health science information, thank you🙂

[@bamos8729]

Outstanding information

[@Laura-wn2yy]

Amazing video! I've never seen you "preach" like this, but the time has come--I just hope it not too little, too late. Every one of us needs to step up, and use our voices to encourage virtue, respect, and strength.

[@mr.safecharliedefensivedri9741]

Thank you Josh Ave, Powerful knowledge of enlightenment on one's self Man. The things Man needs to keep our nature strong. Kudos.

[@lizardfirefighter110]

At 22:05 “Doing ball slams”? 😳 “ Chopping wood gives me wood”

[@donaldduck2801]

He means slam your own balls with wood 😮 ?

[@ginawaterfield1447]

Excellent info! Thank you Dr. Axe!

[@TheRealHonestInquiry]

Thanks, Doc. Males today need this info.

[@user-tq3hd9wl5p]

Awesome video!

[@kd1872]

Thank You!

[@ericmukyaddondwa173]

I like your balanced approach, connecting nutrition, lifestyle and belief/ identity and family support to men’s health and wellbeing, great.

[@user-sl3bx6gj3]

i love your content!!!!!!!!

[@drjoshaxe]

So glad to hear it! Thank you!!

[@southtexasprepper6605]

Excellent video Dr Axe, I absolutely believe that your thoughts can manifest positive results healthwise. Its the reason why I like to read about the health benefits of super foods even though I already know what they are. I feel like reading about them helps my body to reap those benefits even better.

[@drjoshaxe]

Absolutely! Mindset is medicine.

[@Kipodkid]

keep blessing people dr axe

[@jimreese1520]

Great video so true

[@maxhung69]

i never thought of dr axe as a "muscular" man who hunts. thought of him as a knowledgeable gentleman who shares his insights

[@Motodave82]

Excellent video

[@user-kb4uh5eu6h]

Ive got low-T, type2 diabetes, obese low energy and had a stroke in 2020. I need to increase my testosterone seriously! Since the beginning of the year I have been following proper diet and have losy approx 25lbs. My problem is exercise. I have problems from my stroke in walking any distance. I need strength too! Im thinking that some chair exercises would be in order for me? Will this get my testosterone up? I cannot take HRT due to having to take blood thinners because I have a blood clot factor.

[@markasher5780]

Brilliant 👍

[@catherineanderson2514]

Thanks Dr Axe for sharing this information, we really need some manly men who are virtuous ❤

[@barnes29510]

Had my Test checked 6 months ago. 3 months it went from 200 to 1069. Zero to no depression (I been diagnosed with major depression since my 20s. 51 now). Increased energy and drive. My sleep pattern is much better.... Just about everything I have struggled with within myself was all but handled.... Until the doctor said, "your Test level is a little high." So he took me from 1/2ML weekly to biweekly. After 1 month I'm right back where I was before TRT. (Here I am at 1am on KZbin)

[@islesanctum833]

How was it that you made that move. Was it TRT given by the doctor, or the increase thru your diet and exercise?

[@sad_red_panda]

Kettlebell swings might be close to wood chopping as full body exercise.

[@chevmail0913]

Great advice on how to treat your spouse!

[@brandonmuse5532]

What about Dumbbell and Kettlebell Swings is like chopping wood also right

[@Rayh423]

What about if you are in your 60’s , your PSA reading is 19 and your testosterone levels are at 1242 and you are not on any hormones therapy? Working out and over the counter supplements are my thing. I’m scheduled for a biopsy and was told that my high testosterone level are a problem and I don’t know what to do to bring them down.

[@stevenlengyel9701]

Will multiply collagen protein help us?

[@roadwarrior280]

Excellent advice.Key to avoiding toxic masculinity is having a balanced sense of righteousness,virtue.

[@denisedenise9530]

Can we also start labeling toxic feminine women? Let’s focus on turning the tables as they have done to destroy men

[@daves5623]

It’s quality of life, too ~

[@ginor8416]

Great vid. I also think the prevalence and widespread use of hormonal birth control has lead to a reduction in t levels. The theory being that it contaminates drinking water and reduces fertility signals in women, ie. men will not produce testosterone and spermatogenesis if there is no point

[@mballer]

34:50 The low T guy fails and T drops even lower.

[@peterazlac1739]

Quoting relative risk of dying from low testosterone is meaningless unless we know the absolute risk. If the absolute risk of dying with normal testosterone is 1% this means the relative risk of dying with low testosterone is 1.88 % with both being statistically insignificant.

[@mikehealy8139]

Yes I thought that 100% of us are at risk of dying so what does it mean that low testosterone men are 88% more likely to die???😂

[@tomasdale5306]

How IMPORTANT!!

[@geraldkaupp5380]

You are walking on the edge when you chop wood. One slip and there goes your toe. Focused strength is a brain and body builder.

[@jacobselmah7154]

Thanks

[@anniepurse2831]

Dr Axe my husband and I have aged quickly after moving to a city that has fluoride in the water. My husband has lost his libido and I have really bad arthritis. We eat very healthy and take care of our selves. My husband takes a high blood pressure pill but I take nothing and we are in our mid 70s. The only thing that has changed for us is fluoride in our water. Could that be the cause of our troubles. Thank You

[@richardhahn4067]

Fluoride is very toxic.

[@johnbrooke9948]

I would not think so. It is important to keep active with plenty of excercise where possible but above all else just eat, drink and be merry.

[@Henry-uo4xd]

Don't drink tap water directly. Boil the water before drinking it. It removes all the nasties like bromine, chlorine etc. Never trust the water supply.

[@GoldKingsMan]

I drink distilled water when I can.

[@Stormy-pe2xc]

Fluoride's one of the worst to have in water, it's basically rat poison. It also gets into your system even when taking a shower or a bath. Drinking from a non fluoridated bottle of water would be much better than from the faucet especially city water with all the chemicals and especially fluoride.

[@kenbaugess4998]

I was on testosterone trouble was it drove my hematocrit and hemoglobin readings high. On top of having had Hashimoto’s disease …….

[@robertlepak7971]

I drive truck NIGHTS summer at a Wisconsin canning factory. I sleep days. It's rough on body.

[@JensVanDeAarde]

you went about the BPA‘s but totally forgot about the thousands of different PFAS used from gore-tex clothing to teflon pans

[@user-hq9yl1gc2q]

You Learn me something!🎈

[@JazzEnthusiast]

Chopping wood was George Foreman's exercise of choice. Forman won the Heavyweight championship at age 45.

[@taterflaps475]

At age 66 my level is at 1118. I don't think my masculinity matches that level but if I had a harem I could take care of business 24/7.

[@Blu_coffee]

😂 oh boiii....

[@paulasusan63]

Well arent you lucky!😮

[@pipelinerskilllabro1659]

I'm jealous

[@anthonyfantasia8011]

Using a heavy long sledgehammer

[@Healingandchoices]

I can tell you are holding back a full laugh when you say...chopping wood😅

[@jimjam1719]

dr. axe- question- so how come a lot of prisoners in prison are jacked and strong full of energy with too much stress/cortisol/fight or flight, low quality to almost no protein mostly simple carb diets, probably poor sleep hygiene too, and no women to nurture them? are they "all" taking injectable testosterone to counter all of this? curious to what your thought it. thanks.

[@johntownsend6992]

Isometric compound exercise

[@TX_TOAST]

I think it’s what we are eating and what our parents have been eating

[@stonepaintertim]

absolultely great to hear this- and explains a mound of things

[@hayatdonnabain5411]

@Dr. Axe - Are you suggesting that BPA is in contact lenses or do you mean lenses of eyeglasses?

[@tonysaenz]

There are tiny micro particles of plastic flying in the air. It’s everywhere, food, water and yes even the air 😕 I’m guessing he is referring to the accumulation in our eyes.

[@Mahsun23]

Dr Axe tells us to chop wood !